We Mod our DRZ400sm with Cheap Ebay Parts!

We got a fresh drz at our school, that was just missing a little something. So we came up with a plan to see if we could go faster using only cheap ebay parts. Here's the breakdown of the parts we used and whether we actually went any faster!

[@coastalcleaningandmaintena2884]

Gearing for sure. I have sm tires with 47 tooth and a knobby wheels with a 41 and what a difference. Didn't need a chain tho. Plenty of adjustment. So glad I watched this I'm 6 foot 5 and constantly feel like those pegs are barely holding on to my size 13s. Also the handlebars I'm always leaning over. Great content.

[@socalsupermoto]

Thank you and glad we could help!

[@tinymotogarage]

I have those pegs on my 250EXC Sumo - they're great. I'm running a 44 rear and still deciding if it's right for the cart track but I DID get a decent chain (see what I did there). Great video as always.

[@socalsupermoto]

Right on

[@johndorflinger2344]

I put a 438cc jug and piston from Walmart on mine for $130 with all gaskets and sealers. Then 118 eBay FCR 39 mm flat slide and intake manifold from the e model. Holy cow what a difference The carb made.

[@socalsupermoto]

sounds fun! def win the bang for the buck go fast...

[@SB-fe4gt]

For bigger tracks, I run a 15T front and a 36T rear (aluminum Vortex).

[@socalsupermoto]

perfect!

[@Szlejer]

Great video. Speaking of mods, would you go down 1 teeth in the front sprocket on a 701 Supermoto used as a daily commuter that also doubles as an occasional track bike (on gokart and medium sized tracks)? The current gearing is perfectly fine for the street, but on the track I'd love to have better acceleration.

[@socalsupermoto]

Honestly I’d just keep it as is unless doing mostly track, especially with that much engine

[@Szlejer]

@@socalsupermoto Thank you very much!

[@mikeyb6741]

Great Vid mate Iam 6' 5" what height bar would you recommend? I'm just riding street. I have recently purchased a tall seat, Yet to be installed. Thanks Mike, from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@socalsupermoto]

rc double highs!

[@jmkc1964]

Hi great video What jet kit did you use what is the size?thank you in advance

[@socalsupermoto]

If i was a organized youtuber I would have put that in the description, but I'm sorry I totally forgot what we put in there!

[@Tuniermaster]

Awesome Videos.. Can u make a tutorial especially, when and how to make the foot out in corner? I feel much comfortable when I put my feet out in corners, in small and in long corner.. I feel very uncomfortable when I DON'T do my foot out, like I will slide away with my tires.. how can I get better trust in my tires or in my lean angle? My tires have enough place.. chicken strips..

[@socalsupermoto]

Great idea! I put it on the list. The short answer is only for a second or two and "kick the apex", not literally, but drop foot aproximately at the apex or where you start to get on the gas. As far as lean angle, stop worrying about it. Focus on fast transitions and early gas, it's safer and will get your faster faster!

[@Tuniermaster]

@@socalsupermoto Okay thank u very much.. How I get more comfortable and don't worry about slide away because my tires can do much more.. But it feels like I am driving kn last centimeters.. Can the Husqvarna 701 scratch on the bottom with the foot pegs before its too much lean angle

[@duncandehulst2016]

What do you do for shifting? Using the clutch? Clutchless? The little time i have racing sumo im still unsure, tried both and feel like the clutchless shifting feel pretty good, just wanna know your opinion

[@TheUnderFighter]

Clutch down. No clutch up.

[@socalsupermoto]

what he said, no clutch up, always when down.

[@skatman3872]

Do you think a cheap full exhaust would be ok,do you recommend any filter air,just bought one and it seems choked by the stock muffler nice vid thanks

[@socalsupermoto]

some bikes have super restrictive headers, but the drz isn't bad. For my bike I'd buy a stage two jet kit and a slip on and call it a day. do not do the 3x3 mod.

[@skatman3872]

@socalsupermoto Thanks i appreciate the advice,Thats what i will do

[@KenpachiZarakiX]

Should have added the Chinese version of the FCR off ebay. They're around $150 bucks. Then we would know if it really is worth it! Thanks for the all the vids!

[@socalsupermoto]

I would but I hate the fcr on the drz. Yeah i said it :)

[@Davester74]

@@socalsupermoto why

[@socalsupermoto]

@@Davester74 too jerky, and they also get weird jumping em.

[@garrison2574]

@@socalsupermoto probably just never had the needle set properly unless you've tried other bikes with an accelerator pump and had the same thought. My drz with the fcr is still smooth and easy to control on/off throttle and small throttle percentages now that I got the needle dialed in.

[@samfiles]

What would you say the top speed is with the 46t rear sprocket? I've been running mine 15/38 for 3 years since I was having to do 75mph interstate for my commute, but my new job I can take regular 45/50mph roads, not sure how far to go tooth-wise but wanting some of my torque back

[@socalsupermoto]

Hey Sam, in your situation I think bone stock gearing is perfect. 15/42. Still able to throw up easy 2nd gear wheelies without having to shift all the time. I error on the side of too tall for all street bikes. Now if you're never going over 50 then yeah maybe 15/46, tops around 72?

[@samfiles]

@@socalsupermoto Thanks so much! Also thanks for taking the time to reply, you've replied to a few different comments/questions of mine over the years and it's always helped me so much, sincerely thank you, means a lot

[@socalsupermoto]

@@samfiles yew gonna work on coming back here more than once every 6 months :)

[@samfiles]

@@socalsupermoto I'm working on it xD I just shot you a follow on insta too, I'm a lot more active on there these days!

[@skatman3872]

Are you throttle wheeling or clutch,

[@Alexsescapdes]

Is it just me? Or did that rotor crack in two on the top left corner there..

[@TheUnderFighter]

Probably. They're cheap and crack easy.

[@socalsupermoto]

Yep. I've run it like that for years with no measurable effect

[@alexgroezinger762]

Does the e gasket and cams make a big difference?

[@socalsupermoto]

yep. I like a e gasket and cams but wouldn't bother with the gasket until i had to do engine work. E cams are great, esp if you lie the revvy rev

[@Syntax152]

That front disk looks cracked ?

[@socalsupermoto]

Yep. and when I swap it I can't feel anydifference. I've run it like that for years.

[@jimperry4420]

Do you open up the air box too?

[@socalsupermoto]

Absolutely not. I HATE the 3x3. Just removed snorkel. Do t cut your air box!

[@AllThingsSuperMoto]

@@socalsupermoto Why don't you like the 3x3 Mod?

[@djeq721]

​@@socalsupermotoInterested to know why too

[@socalsupermoto]

@@AllThingsSuperMoto kills low end which is where i like it, especially for corner exit, one of those places where dyno numbers does't actually make you go faster in the real world in my experience

[@RickOAA]

I would not skimp on the chain, rotor, or jet kit.

[@socalsupermoto]

The jet kit is solid, that thing is jetted awesome.

[@miniman1448]

Are those dunlop q5s ?

[@socalsupermoto]

Yup!!! Soooo good!!

[@miniman1448]

@@socalsupermoto what size would you recomend for mountian twisties and street riding ?

[@socalsupermoto]

@@miniman1448 120/150 is gonna get it done!

[@miniman1448]

@@socalsupermoto thanks !! Does 150 require any modification ? Also can these tires be ran on the stock rim. I believe there tubed.

[@socalsupermoto]

@@miniman1448 fits, tube is fine, go rock!

[@rocknraptor3195]

Pitch? Links? 👍

[@socalsupermoto]

sorry can't remember the links, we're not that smart...

[@5150abbott]

That front rotor looked like it was cracked.

[@socalsupermoto]

Yep, it's old, on my personal rider, and I can't tell at all.

[@christophersaunders4093]

People who don’t own drzs tell me all the time to trade it in. They don’t understand.

[@socalsupermoto]

I've heard people I've passed riding a drz, advise other riders to "get a real bike"